As Max continued discussing the finer details of the three trials with Carl and Laura, the steady hum of the star shuttle gradually faded, followed by a subtle vibration that ran through the entire interior. Moments later, the shuttle came to a complete halt, signaling that they had reached their destination.
"Everyone, we have arrived on Planet Cyrus. Disembark the shuttle slowly," Elder Roger's voice rang out, calm and authoritative, echoing clearly throughout the vast interior.
At his words, the massive doors at the end of the star shuttle began to open. A blazing, unfamiliar light poured in from outside, carrying with it an oppressive pressure that made many disciples instinctively tense up. Still, discipline held, and the disciples near the front began to move.
The very first disciple stepped out.
